Alex Parsons

Nov 29, 2023

Wolfpack Beds Crochets Sleeping Mats For Unhoused People

Nearly a dozen students sit in the 1911 Building and cut off the ends of plastic bags. They are taking part in the Wolfpack Beds project, which makes sleeping mats for the unhoused from plastic bags...

Nov 29, 2023

Dr. Paige Averett Shares Presentation on the State of LGBTQ+ Aging Research

On November 3, 2023, Dr. Paige Averett was invited to speak at UNC Greensboro (UNCG) as part of the Department of Psychology’s Annual Diversity Event. The topic of discussion was Aging Research in LGBTQ+ Communities, a sought after topic from students in the psychology program. The event was held in two parts, a Research Talk…

Nov 29, 2023

Nashia Whittenburg Appointed Lead for Strategic Initiatives, Community Engagement, and Well-Being

The School of Social Work is excited to share the appointment of Professor Nashia Whittenburg as the Lead for Strategic Initiatives, Community Engagement, and Well-Being. With over 20 years of higher education experience in student engagement, she has established a strong reputation as a dedicated professional with a specialization in transformational service and leadership. In…

Nov 28, 2023

Social Work Town Hall Commemorates Milestones

On November 7, 2023 the School of Social Work held a Town Hall event to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of our BSW Program and the 20th Anniversary of our MSW Program! Held at Talley Student Union, the Town Hall included a proactive discussion regarding mental health awareness and on-campus resources. The event included special guests…

Oct 5, 2023

Meet Our 2023-2024 CSWE Minority Fellowship Program Scholars

Jiwoo Kim and Sydnee Evans, both MSW Candidates at the NC State School of Social Work, are among those chosen to join the Council on Social Work’s (CSWE) Minority Fellowship Program (MFP) for 2023-2024. Jiwoo Kim, currently in her second year in the MSW program, is excited to join the CSWE MFP community to continue…

Aug 30, 2023

Dr. Yarneccia D. Dyson Selected for 2023 BRIDGES Program

Dr. Yarneccia D. Dyson has been selected as a member of the prestigious BRIDGES 2023 Academic Leadership Program Cohort!

Jul 17, 2023

Professors Barnes and Rios Earn Promotions

Professors Sontina Barnes and Isabel Rios both earn major promotions at the School of Social Work.

Jul 13, 2023

Professor Langley Appointed Director of Undergraduate Programs and BSW Program Director

Professor Trinette Boone-Langley, Senior Lecturer and BSW Field Coordinator, has been appointed as the Director of Undergraduate Programs and BSW Program Director.

May 9, 2023

Student Liaison Spotlight: Huma Hasan

Huma Hasan, an MSW candidate at NC State University, has been chosen for this month's NASW-NC Student Liaison Spotlight.

Apr 20, 2023

Drs. Stansbury and Kim Earn Promotions

Dr. Kim L. Stansbury and Dr. Sung-Ju Kim have received promotions, effective August 16, 2023!